Mazda Mazda3 Sedan

Name: Mazda Mazda3 Sedan
Brand: Mazda
Price: 76000 AED
Availability: InStock

AI-gathered · checked 19 Oct 2026

4.0 MotorClash rating Car 4.0 · from web reviews so far

Starting price

AED 76,000

UAE retail, 2.0L Select base trim (aggregator listing; sources range AED 75,000-76,000, Evolve about AED 90,000-91,000)

Max power153 hp
Seats5
Powertrain2.0L SKYACTIV-G naturally aspirated petrol, 6-speed automatic
DrivetrainFWD

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Overview

A compact sedan known for its upscale cabin and sharp handling. Gulf-market cars use a naturally aspirated 2.0L SKYACTIV-G petrol engine with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. The 2.5L turbo AWD versions sold in the US are not offered in the Gulf.

Pros

Premium-feeling cabin and driving feel for the class
5-star Euro NCAP rating (2019 test)
Large boot for a compact sedan (about 450 L)
Naturally aspirated 2.0L engine with a good reliability reputation
Entry price around AED 76,000 / SAR 75,670

Cons

Firm ride on rough roads
Tight rear legroom
Gulf-spec 2.0L is not quick (153 hp)
Infotainment uses a rotary dial rather than a touchscreen
Warranty of 3 years / 100,000 km is average in the Gulf (UAE terms unconfirmed)

SWOT

Strengths

5-star Euro NCAP result with 98% adult occupant score
Upmarket interior and handling
Simple, proven naturally aspirated powertrain

Weaknesses

Rear-seat space and ride comfort
Modest power compared with the turbo versions sold in the US
Prices differ widely between aggregators; few official Gulf prices are published

Opportunities

Dealer finance and showroom offers in UAE and KSA
Price listings show only a small gap between the Select base trim and used nearly-new cars

Threats

Chinese and Korean compact sedans are cheaper and offer more equipment
The Mazda3 is a mature design and a facelift or replacement could cut resale values
China sales are low, so the model's long-term outlook is uncertain

Key specs

Price & basics6

Body type: Sedan · Compact sedan
Dimensions: 4,660 × 1,795 × 1,440 mm · wheelbase 2,725 mm
Seats: 5
Powertrain: 2.0L SKYACTIV-G naturally aspirated petrol, 6-speed automatic
Drivetrain: FWD
Cargo space: 450 L

Performance & range8

Max power: 153 hp
Torque: 200 Nm
0–100 km/h: Not disclosed
Top speed: Not disclosed
Combined range: Not disclosed
EV-only range: n/a
Consumption: 5.9 L/100 km (about 16.9 km/L; Drive Arabia UAE listing, test cycle not stated)
Charging: n/a

Safety3

Airbags: 7
Driver assistance: Mazda i-Activsense: Smart Brake Support (autonomous emergency braking), blind-spot warning and lane departure warning on higher grades. The 7 airbags (including a driver's knee airbag) are quoted for Saudi Arabia. Fitment varies by grade and market.
Safety index: 8/10

Ownership1

Warranty: Saudi Arabia: 3 years / 100,000 km. China: 3 years / 100,000 km. UAE and other Gulf terms were not confirmed.

Tech & comfort3

Screens: 8.8-inch centre infotainment screen, controlled by a console rotary dial. It is not a touchscreen on the US-spec car.
Speakers: Not disclosed
Comfort highlights: Supportive front seats and an upscale cabin for the class, with dual-zone climate control and ambient lighting listed on the UAE car. The ride is firmer than most compact sedans because of the torsion-beam rear suspension, and rear legroom is tight.

Reviews2

MotorClash rating: ★ 4.0 / 5
Summary: Reviewers praise the engaging handling, premium-feeling interior, refined engine and large boot for the class. Criticisms are the firm ride, tight rear seat, fiddly rotary-dial infotainment and modest performance in the Gulf-spec 2.0L. Most published reviews are of the US-spec 2.5L car.